Optika IM-2, IM-2FL, IM-2ERGO, IM-3FL, IM-3FL4 Instruction Manual

Version: 1
Issued: 30, 05, 2016

Model

IM-2

IM-2ERGO

IM Series

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Table of Contents

Warning
Symbols and conventions
Safety Information

Intended use
List of accessories and spare parts
Overview
Unpacking
Assembling

Using the microscope
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Equipment disposal

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Warning

This microscope is a scientic precision instrument designed to last for many years with a minimum of mainte­nance. It is built to high optical and mechanical standards and to withstand daily use. We remind you that this
manual contains important information on safety and maintenance, and that it must therefore be made acces­sible to the instrument users. We decline any responsibility deriving from incorrect instrument use uses that does
not comply with this manual.

Symbols and conventions

The following chart is an illustrated glossary of the symbols that are used in this manual.

CAUTION

This symbol indicates a potential risk and alerts you to proceed with caution.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK

This symbol indicates a risk of electrical shock.

Safety Information

Avoiding Electrical Shock

Before plugging in the power supply, make sure that the supplying voltage of your region matches with the
operation voltage of the equipment and that the lamp switch is in off position. Users should observe all safety
regulations of the region. The equipment has acquired the CE safety label. However, users have full responsibil­ity to use this equipment safely. Please follow the guidelines below, and read this manual in its entirety to ensure
safe operation of the unit.

Intended use

For research and teaching use only. Not intended for any animal or human therapeutic or diagnostic use.

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List of accessories and spare parts

CAT. NO. DESCRIPTION

M-755 Ergonomical binocular head.
M-755.1 Trinocular attachment for Ergonomical binocular head (M-755).
M-017 Eyepiece EWF10x/22mm.
M-021 Eyepiece micrometer EWF10x/22mm.

M-005 26x76 mm micrometric slide. Range 1 mm, div. 0,01 mm.
M-770 Objective IOS LWD PLAN Achromatic 4x/0,10 (w.d. 18mm).
M-771 Objective IOS LWD PLAN Achromatic for phase contrast 10x/0,25 (w.d. 10mm).

M-772 Objective IOS LWD PLAN Achromatic for phase contrast 20x/0,40 (w.d. 5,1mm).
M-773 Objective IOS LWD PLAN Achromatic 40x/0,60 (w.d. 2,6mm).
M-774 Objective IOS LWD PLAN Achromatic for phase contrast 40x/0,60 (to use with M-776).

M-776 Phase ring 40x (to use with M-774).

M-778 C-mount adapter for 1/3”,1/2” and 2/3” sensor.

M-036 Dust cover type 7.

M-795 Fluorescence attachment, HBO100W, B and G filtersets (only for IM-2).
M-792.1 Mechanical stage for IM-2 series.
M-793.1 Holder for Petri diameter 38mm (M-793.2 needed).
M-793.2 Holder for Terasaki and Petri diameter 65mm.
M-793.3 Holder for slide and Petri diameter 54mm.

M-793.4 Holder for 2+2 slides.
M-793.6 Holder for Utermöhl-Chamber (M-793.3 needed).

M-793.8 Load-bearing side extension for IM-2 series.

M-173 Photo adapter for APS-C and Full Frame Reflex cameras.

M-114 C-Mount adapter for 1/2” sensor.
M-116 C-Mount adapter for 2/3” sensor.

VP-IM IQ/OQ/PQ Validation Protocols.

Overview

M-755 + M-755.1
ERGONOMICAL
TRINOCULAR
HEAD

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Overview

FILTER HOLDER

PHASE
CONTRAST SLIDER

TRINOCULAR
VIEWING
TUBE
(FIXED)

DIOPTRIC
ADJUSTMENT
RING

EYEPIECE

LED
HOUSING

CONDENSER

COARSE
FOCUS KNOB

FINE FOCUS KNOB

TENSION
ADJUSTMENT
COLLAR

OBJECTIVE

STAGE

MICROSCOPE
BODY

LIGHT
ADJUSTEMENT

MAIN SWITCH

GLASS STAGE
INSERT

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Unpacking

The microscope is housed in a moulded Styrofoam container. Remove the tape from the edge of the container
and lift the top half of the container. Take some care to avoid that the optical items (objectives and eyepieces)
fall out and get damaged. Using both hands (one around the arm and one around the base), lift the microscope
from the container and put it on a stable desk.

Assembling

Once you open the box, these are the microscope’s components:

① Microscope body
② Condenser
③ Head
④ LED illuminator
⑤ Phase contrast slide
⑥ Eyepieces

⑦ Trinocular tube
⑧ Glass insert for stage
⑨ Objectives
⑩ Power cable
⑪ Brighteld lters (Blue, green and frosted)

⑪

⑩

③

④

⑤

⑥

⑦

⑧

⑨

①

②